The Encyclopedia of Essential Oils: The Complete Guide to the Use of Aromatic Oils in Aromatherapy, Herbalism, Health, and Well Being

Lawless, Julia

ISBN 10: 157324614X / ISBN 13: 9781573246149

Editore: Red Wheel, 2013

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Riassunto:

The definitive AZ reference guide to essential aromatherapy oils. Aromatherapy expert Julia Lawless shares her extensive knowledge in this detailed and systematic survey of more than 190 essential aromatherapy oils. From commonly used oils such as lavender and tea tree oils to the more obscure oils including deertounge, oakmoss, cananga, and angelica, The Encyclopedia of Essential Oils offers a wide variety of uses and cures for everything from wrinkles to kidney stones.

The Encyclopedia of Essential Oils gives detailed information on the most commonly available and widely used flower oils and aromatics including:

• the exact origins, synonyms, and related plants
• methods of extraction
• the herbal/folk tradition for each plant
• the uses of each plant
• aromatherapy applications
• home and commercial uses

This easytouse volume lets you access essential information in a variety of ways with a Therapeutic Index, a Botanical Index, and Botanical Classifications, plus safety information.

Informazioni sull'autore:

Julia Lawless is the founder of the Londonbased essential oils shop, Aqua Oleum. She is a practicing, qualified aromatherapist, and a member of the International Federation of Aromatherapists. She is the author of several aromatherapy books, including the Illustrated Elements of Essential Oils. Visit her at: www.aquaoleum.co.uk

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Titolo: The Encyclopedia of Essential Oils: The ...
Casa editrice: Red Wheel
Data di pubblicazione: 2013
Legatura: Paperback
Condizione: Very Good
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